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Ministry of Science & Technology
Yusuf Hamied Chemistry Camp is being held at the CSIR-National Institute of Oceanography , Goa
Goa, 7 August 2023
The Royal Society of Chemistry , India, and the CSIR-National Institute of Oceanography  in Goa are teaming up to host a special three-day Chemistry Camp for Grade IX students. The camp will take place from August 08 to 10, 2023, at CSIR-NIO in Dona Paula. The goal of this camp is to help students appreciate and understand chemistry better. It's a chance for students from different backgrounds to explore hands-on chemistry activities and get inspired to study chemistry further, even at the university level.
This Chemistry Camp is a part of the RSC Yusuf Hamied Inspirational Science Programme, which is supported by CSIR-NIO and falls under the ‘Jigayasa programme’. More than 70 students from around 35 schools in Goa will be participating in the camp. The initiative has already successfully organized 48 similar camps in India since 2015. These camps have reached over 2500 students from various schools, including those from underprivileged backgrounds. The program also extends its support to teachers, with over 40,000 teachers trained through workshops.
The inspiration behind these camps is Mr. Yusuf Hamied, the non-executive chairman of Cipla, a pharmaceutical company based in Mumbai. The company, founded by his father in 1935, is known for providing affordable generic drugs for diseases like AIDS and Covid-19.PIB Panaji | Gautam SK/S.Thakur/D.Rane
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Ministry of Coal
Coal Production from Captive/Commercial Mines cross 100 Million Ton
31% Increase in Captive/Commercial Production Anticipated this Fiscal
Two More Mines to Start Production in March
As per the latest figures  of the Ministry of Coal, India’s coal production exclusively from Captive/ Commercial mines has crossed 100 Million Ton  for the first time.
Coal production from Captive/Commercial coal blocks was around 5.09 Lakh Ton on 02nd March 2023 which was the highest ever single day production.
Production from captive/commercial coal mines during current FY till February has increased by 29.8% over FY 2021-22. Coal ministry is hopeful of achieving more than 112 million ton production from captive/commercial coal blocks in 2022-23 with an increase of about 31% over last year.
Four new coal mines have started production in FY 2022-23 and two other coal mines will start production this month.
Ministry of Commerce & Industry
India and the United States agree to strengthen their Trade Relationship
Shri Piyush Goyal holds discussion with the USTR Ambassador Ms Katherine Tai
Both sides to resolve pending legacy issues through mutual dialogue and discussion
Next Ministerial-level meeting of the India- U.S. Trade Policy Forum to be convened in 2021
The Union Minister ofCommerce & Industry, Railways and Consumer Affairs, Food & Public Distribution, Shri Piyush Goyal had a very productive discussion with the United States Trade Representative , Ambassador Ms Katherine Tai, over a video call on 25 March 2021.
ShriPiyushGoyal congratulated Ms Katherine Tai on her appointment as USTR. They discussed a range of issues and agreed to strengthen the India–U.S. trade and investment relationship. The conversation included consolidating economic partnership between like-minded democracies upholding the principles of openness, transparency and fair trade.
 and to convene the next Ministerial-level meeting of the forum in 2021.
Ministry of Petroleum & Natural Gas
LPG PRICES
This is in reference to some news reports on increase in LPG prices in the recent months which is not based on facts. In this connection, it is clarified that the retail selling price of LPG  at Delhi has come down from Rs.747/- in the month of December, 2017 to Rs.650.50/- in the month of May, 2018, a fall of Rs.96.50/-. This is the price at which a consumer purchases the cylinder refill and the subsidy gets transferred to his account.
Effective cost to consumer after subsidy has also come down from Rs.495.69/- in December, 2017 to Rs.491.21/- in May, 2018. This is the actual cost the consumer bears for a LPG refill.
Ministry of Defence
Indigenous Advanced Light Helicopter MK III squadron commissioned into Indian Coast Guard in Porbandar, Gujarat
835 Squadron , an indigenous Advanced Light Helicopter  MK III squadron, was commissioned into Indian Coast Guard at its Air Enclave in Porbandar, Gujarat on June 28, 2022. DG, Coast Guard Shri VS Pathania presided over the commissioning ceremony which was attended by various military & civil dignitaries based at Porbandar and Gujarat area. The commissioning of this squadron marks a tremendous leap towards self-reliance in the field of Search and Rescue  and maritime surveillance, in line with Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi’s vision of ‘Aatmanirbhar Bharat’.
The ALH MK III helicopters have been indigenously manufactured by Hindustan Aeronautics Limited . They feature state-of-the-art equipment including advanced RADAR as well as Electro optical sensors, Shakti engines, full glass cockpit, high-intensity searchlight, advanced communication systems, automatic identification system as well as SAR homer. The features enable them to undertake maritime reconnaissance as well as carry out SAR at extended ranges even while operating from ships during both day and night. The aircraft has the ability to switch roles from an offensive platform with heavy machine gun to that of a benign one carrying a Medical Intensive Care Unit to facilitate transfer of critically ill patients.
So far, 13 ALH MK-III aircraft have been inducted in the Indian Coast Guard in a phased manner and four of these aircraft are positioned at Porbandar. Since the induction, the squadron has flown over 1,200 hours and conducted numerous operational missions, including the maiden night SAR mission off Diu coast.
The 835 Sqn  is commanded by Commandant Sunil Dutt. The commissioning will give a major fillip to the abilities of the Indian Coast Guard in the Gujarat region and further strengthen the country’s maritime security.
Ministry of Railways
Alert Loco Pilot Saves Potential Disaster – displays exemplary devotion to duty Assistant Loco Pilot succumbs to his injuries while discharging his duties
The exemplary attitude, presence of mind & dedication and devotion to duty of every railwaymen time and again sets an example for other colleagues. On 06.05.2018 at 16.56 hrs, Shri D. L. Bramhe, Loco Pilot, Nagpur noticed smoke in Loco  of Train no. 12810 Howrah – Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Terminus between Talni – Dhamangaon. Shri D. L. Bramhe, Loco Pilot, immediately applied emergency brakes and used the fire extinguisher to put off the fire, thereby saving a potential disaster of major scale and saving many lives. The train left for onward journey towards Mumbai with change in locomotive with no casualty or injury to any passengers. An inquiry at the highest level of Commissioner of Rail Safety  has been ordered in this case.
During the process, Assistant Loco Pilot Shri S. K. Vishwakarma as per normal protocol was inspecting the loco and in the process he accidentally fell down from train. He was rushed to hospital by Ambulance immediately but lost his life. Shri Vishwakarma succumbed to his injuries while discharging his duties while saving lives of hundreds of passengers of the train and averted a major disaster. A condolence prayer was held at Nagpur and every other Division of Central Railway on unfortunate demise of Assistant Loco Pilot, Nagpur Shri S. K. Vishwakarma.
We salute the spirit of every such Railwaymen for time and again proving this point, all for the cause of safety and secure transportation of our passengers. Indian Railways is truly the Lifeline of the Nation.
Ministry of Consumer Affairs, Food & Public Distribution
BIS Mumbai conducts Search and Seizure operation; 2700 Aluminium Foil used in Food Packaging seized in Thane for violation of Quality Control Order
Mumbai, 10th July 2022
Bureau of Indian Standards , Mumbai conducted an Enforcement Search and Seizure operation on at Bhiwandi, Thane on 08th July 2022. During the raid at the premises, M/s. Alka Lifestyles Private Limited,  was found violating the Quality Control Order S.O. 687 dated 13.02.2020. More than 2700 number of Aluminium Foil of Size 12 inch were seized per IS 15392.
The misuse of BIS Standard Mark is punishable with imprisonment up to two years or a fine of minimum Rs. 2,00,000 or both as per BIS Act 2016. Action is being initiated to file a case in the court of law for the offence. The team of officials who conducted the search operation include, Scientist-C, Nishikant Singh and Scientist-C Ashish Wakle. The operation was to check the violation of Quality Control Order on “Aluminium and Aluminium Alloy Bare Foil for Food Packaging” as per IS 15392.
It has been observed many times that fake ISI marked products are manufactured and sold to consumers for huge profit. Therefore, all are requested to ascertain the genuineness of ISI Mark on the product before making purchase, by visiting BIS website http://www.bis.gov.in
Citizens are requested that in case they come across any instance of misuse of ISI Mark on any product, the same may be informed to the Head, MUBO-II, Western Regional Office, BIS, 2nd Floor, NTH , Plot no F-10, MIDC, Andheri , Mumbai – 400093. Such complaints can also be made by E-mail at the address hmubo2@bis.gov.in. The source of such information will be kept confidential.
Source: Bureau of Indian Standards, Mumbai Branch Office – II
Ministry of Health and Family Welfare
India’s Cumulative COVID-19 Vaccination Coverage exceeds 105.43 Cr
More than 56.91 Lakh doses administered in last 24 hours
Recovery Rate currently at 98.19%
14,313New Cases reported in the last 24 hours
India's Active Caseload stands at 1,61,555
Weekly Positivity Rate  less than 2% for last 36 days
With the administration of 56,91,175vaccine doses in the last 24 hours, India’s COVID-19 vaccination coverage has exceeded 105.43 Cr  as per provisional reports till 7 am today. This has been achieved through 1,05,30,690 sessions.
The break-up of the cumulative figureas per the provisional report till 7 am today include:
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HCWs
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|
1st Dose
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1,03,78,868
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|
2nd Dose
|
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92,06,421
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|
FLWs
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|
1st Dose
|
|
1,83,71,365
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2nd Dose
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1,58,88,942
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Age Group 18-44 years
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1st Dose
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|
41,65,22,627
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2nd Dose
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|
13,88,92,149
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Age Group 45-59 years
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|
1st Dose
|
|
17,42,68,245
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|
2nd Dose
|
|
9,52,99,427
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|
Over 60 years
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|
1st Dose
|
|
10,93,98,998
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|
2nd Dose
|
|
6,60,86,935
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|
Total
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|
1,05,43,13,977
The recovery of 13,543 patients in the last 24 hours has increased the cumulative tally of recovered patients  to 3,36,41,175.
Consequently, India’s recovery rate stands at 98.19%.
Sustained and collaborative efforts by the Centre and the States/UTs continue the trend of less than 50,000 Daily New Cases that is being reported for 125 consecutive days now.
14,313 new cases were reported in the last 24 hours.
The Active Caseload is presently at 1,61,555.Active cases presently constitute 0.47% of the country's total Positive Cases, which is lowest since March 2020.
The testing capacity across the country continues to be expanded. The last 24 hours saw a total of
11,76,850tests being conducted. India has so far conducted over 60.70 Cr  cumulative tests.
While testing capacity has been enhanced across the country, Weekly Positivity Rate at 1.18% remains less than 2% for the last 36 days now. The Daily Positivity rate reported to be1.22%. The daily Positivity rate has remained below2% for last 26 days and below 3% for 61 consecutive days now.
Ministry of Consumer Affairs, Food & Public Distribution
Government is committed to help Sugar Industry: Ram Vilas Paswan
Union Minister for Consumer Affairs, Food and Public Distribution Shri Ram Vilas Paswan said that Centre is taking various steps to help the Sugar Industry which is facing depressed market sentiments and crash in sugar prices, the liquidity position of sugar mills has been adversely affected, leading to accumulation of cane price dues of farmers which have reached to more than Rs. 19,000 crore. Central Cabinet has approved financial assistance of Rs. 5.50 per quintal of cane crushed in sugar season 2017-18 to sugar mills to offset the cost of cane, in order to help sugar mills to clear dues of farmers. Further, to facilitate and incentivize export of surplus sugar by sugar mills, Government has allowed Duty Free Import Authorization  Scheme in respect of sugar. Shri Paswan was addressing a press conference in Mumbai today.
The Minister also informed that the Centre has decided to provide 15 kgs of grain per month per student at below poverty line  rates to hostels for SC, ST, OBC and minority communities. This will be applicable to the students including General category hostels where 2/3 students are from SC, ST, OBC and Minority communities.
On SC/ST Act the Minister said that the NDA government will not dilute the Act. In a high-power committee, it was decided to keep SC/ST Act intact. The NDA government has filed a review petition in Supreme Court and if required may even bring an Ordinance.
Shri Paswan applaud Government of Maharashtra for it’s good work as far as AADHAR is concerned as due to 88 % seeding, 50 lakh bogus Ration Cards are eliminated and only genuine beneficiaries are getting the ration. He also said that in Maharashtra all the ration shops are equipped with Point of Sale  machines which has facilitated the beneficiaries to purchase ration from any ration shop.
The Minister also informed the recent initiatives of Food Corporation of India , such as implementation of online system for all its own depots, installation of CCTV cameras, the functional SILO  at Panvel and another upcoming one at Borivali which has a capacity to store 50,000 MTs each.
Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports
Khelo India State Centre of Excellence  Goa Athletes Shine in Swimming, Badminton, and Table Tennis Tournaments
Goa, 31 July 2023
The Khelo India State Centre of Excellence  in Goa has been garnering accolades for the exceptional achievements of its athletes in various competitive sports tournaments. These talented individuals have once again demonstrated their dedication, passion, and unwavering determination, making their mark in the realms of Swimming, Badminton, and Table Tennis.
Swimming:
The KISCE Resident/Non-Resident swimming team has emerged as a force to be reckoned with, capturing the attention of enthusiasts and experts alike. Their impressive performances at the Junior and Sub-Junior State Aquatics Championship 2023, held on 22nd and 23rd July, have been nothing short of extraordinary. The team's remarkable display of skill and prowess resulted in an impressive tally of 72 Gold medals, 31 Silver medals, and 15 Bronze medals. This success can be attributed to the expert guidance of Coach Sujith TA, known for his expertise in nurturing young talents and his commitment to excellence in the sport.
Table Tennis:
The Table Tennis enthusiasts at KISCE have showcased their mettle in two prestigious tournaments. At the 7th YMCA all Goa Major Ranking T.T. Tournament, held from 19th to 24th June at the Indoor Stadium Campal , the players displayed their exceptional skills, securing 9 Gold medals, 5 Silver medals, and 6 Bronze medals. Furthermore, at the Rotary Club All Goa Major Ranking T.T. Tournament, conducted from 10th to 15th July 2023, the athletes' dedication and proficiency earned them 6 Gold medals and 8 Silver medals. Their outstanding achievements are a testament to the mentorship of Coach Opendra Singh, who has been instrumental in honing their talents and guiding them towards excellence.
Badminton:
KISCE's badminton players have once again set the court ablaze with their exceptional performances. The State Badminton Ranking Tournament held in Mapusa from 08th to 12th July 2023 witnessed the players' mastery, resulting in an impressive tally of 9 Gold medals, 4 Silver medals, and 12 Bronze medals. Similarly, at the BPS State Badminton Ranking Tournament, which took place from 19th to 22nd July 2023 in Navelim, the athletes showcased their prowess, clinching 6 Gold medals, 10 Silver medals, and 18 Bronze medals. Coach Irfan Khan's invaluable guidance and coaching methods have played a pivotal role in nurturing these agile and resilient players.
The achievements of the athletes at KISCE Goa serve as a testament to their dedication, hard work, and passion for their respective disciplines. The continuous support and encouragement provided by the Khelo India initiative have been instrumental in nurturing these talents and fostering a culture of sporting excellence in the country.PIB Panaji | Gautam SK/S.Thakur/D.Rane
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Cabinet
Cabinet approves Post Facto the Agreement on establishment of Strategic Partnership Council between India and Saudi Arabia
The Union Cabinet chaired by Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi today approved Post Facto the Agreement signed by Prime Minister on 29th October, 2019 for establishment of Strategic Partnership Council between India and Saudi Arabia.
The Agreement will enable the leadership at the highest-level in both countries to meet regularly and monitor progress in the ongoing initiatives/projects under the strategic partnership. It will help identify new areas for forging strategic engagement and will define the goals to be achieved and benefits to be derived.
Benefits
The proposal aims to benefit the citizens with improved economic and commercial linkages with Saudi Arabia irrespective of any gender, class or income bias.
This Agreement with Saudi Arabia will open new avenues of partnership in strategic areas like defence, security counter-terrorism, energy security and renewable energy.
Ministry of Health and Family Welfare
COVID - 19 Vaccination Update - Day 518
India’s cumulative vaccination coverage reaches nearly 196 Crore
More than 13 lakh Vaccine doses administered today till 7 pm
India’s COVID-19 vaccination coverage has reached nearly 196 Crore  landmark milestone today. More than 13 lakh  Vaccine Doses have been administered till 7 pm today. The daily vaccination tally is expected to increase with the compilation of the final reports for the day by late tonight.
The cumulative coverage of vaccine doses, segregated based on population priority groups, is as follows:
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Cumulative Vaccine Dose Coverage
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HCWs
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|
1st Dose
|
|
10408165
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|
2nd Dose
|
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10054919
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|
Precaution Dose
|
|
5502549
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|
FLWs
|
|
1st Dose
|
|
18421636
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|
2nd Dose
|
|
17609464
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|
Precaution Dose
|
|
9520554
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|
Age Group 12-14 years
|
|
1st Dose
|
|
35629483
|
|
|
|
2nd Dose
|
|
20748877
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|
Age Group 15-18 years
|
|
1st Dose
|
|
60049054
|
|
|
|
2nd Dose
|
|
47589252
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|
Age Group 18-44 years
|
|
1st Dose
|
|
557845959
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|
2nd Dose
|
|
497246373
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|
Precaution Dose
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|
1877693
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Age Group 45-59 years
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|
1st Dose
|
|
203377641
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|
2nd Dose
|
|
192515735
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|
Precaution Dose
|
|
2022970
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|
Over 60 years
|
|
1st Dose
|
|
127198034
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|
2nd Dose
|
|
120187298
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Precaution Dose
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|
22049910
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Cumulative 1st dose administered
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|
1012929972
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Cumulative 2nd dose administered
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|
905951918
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Precaution Dose
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40973676
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|
Total
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1959855566
Today’s achievement in the vaccination exercise, segregated by population priority groups, is as follows:
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Date: 17th June, 2022 
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HCWs
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1st Dose
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|
54
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2nd Dose
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|
742
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|
Precaution Dose
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|
16155
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|
FLWs
|
|
1st Dose
|
|
205
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|
2nd Dose
|
|
1176
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|
Precaution Dose
|
|
62071
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|
Age Group 12-14 years
|
|
1st Dose
|
|
84990
|
|
|
|
2nd Dose
|
|
216023
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|
Age Group 15-18 years
|
|
1st Dose
|
|
30596
|
|
|
|
2nd Dose
|
|
105006
|
|
Age Group 18-44 years
|
|
1st Dose
|
|
32232
|
|
2nd Dose
|
|
338671
|
|
Precaution Dose
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|
77197
|
|
Age Group 45-59 years
|
|
1st Dose
|
|
4564
|
|
2nd Dose
|
|
74802
|
|
Precaution Dose
|
|
38459
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|
Over 60 years
|
|
1st Dose
|
|
4280
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|
2nd Dose
|
|
57115
|
|
Precaution Dose
|
|
169756
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|
Cumulative 1st dose administered
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|
156921
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Cumulative 2nd dose administered
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|
793535
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Precaution Dose
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|
363638
|
|
Total
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1314094
The vaccination exercise as a tool to protect the most vulnerable population groups in the country from COVID-19 continues to be regularly reviewed and monitored at the highest level.
Ministry of Electronics & IT
MoS Shri Rajeev Chandrasekhar to visit Gujarat tomorrow
He will be sharing Prime Minister’s vision of New India for Young Indians with Students, Startups & Entrepreneurs at Surendranagar & Rajkot
The Union Minister of State for Electronics & Information Technology and Skill Development & Entrepreneurship, Shri Rajeev Chandrasekhar will be visiting Gujarat from tomorrow on a two-day official visit.
The Minister will be interacting with students, startups and entrepreneurs as part of the Government's focus on young Indians and to provide them an enabling environment for their careers ahead. ‘New India for Young India : Techade of Opportunities’, is the theme of these interactions.
Visits to four universities -- C S University in Surendranagar and Saurashtra University, R K University and Marwadi University in Rajkot are part of his itinerary.
Shri Chandrasekhar’s first stop is at C U University, Surendranagar tomorrow where he will meet startups and students. The Minister of State for AYUSH, Dr. Mahendra Munjapara who is also the local Member of Parliament, will be present at the programme as a special guest.
Then Shri Chandrasekhar would be traveling to Rajkot, where he will be meeting thought leaders, members of the academia, trade and industry at R K University.
The next day, the Minister will be visiting Saurashtra and Marwadi Universities and hold interactions with students, startups, innovators and academia.
The Minister will also be meeting CII industry leaders and representatives at Rajkot.
Shri Chandrasekhar who himself has been a technocrat, successful entrepreneur - who built India’s first and largest wireless cellular network, has been holding such engaging sessions with students and startups across the country, to encourage them to acquire skills in emerging technologies. He has maintained that "Innovation is the mantra for going forward. Our startups, innovators & entrepreneurs will drive the Indian Economy towards $5 Trillion & Digital Economy towards $ 1 Trillion."
Prime Minister's Office
PM urges people to take the pledge to save every drop of water, on World Water Day
PM urges people to take the pledge to save every drop of water, on World Water Day
Ministry of Road Transport & Highways
Shri Gadkari to inaugurate and lay the foundation stone for 8 NH projects in Kerala
Over 200 km long Highways worth Rs 12,692 crore to give a big boost to economic prosperity of the State
Union Minister for Road Transport and Highways Shri Nitin Gadkari will inaugurate and lay the foundation stone for 8 National Highway projects in Kerala tomorrow. The event will be attended by the Governor Shri Arif Mohammed Khan, Chief Minister Shri Pinarai Vijayan and Union MoSs Gen  Dr V K Singh and Shri V Muraleedharan, Ministers from the State, Members of Parliaments, MLAs and senior officers from the Centre and the State.
Details of the projects:
Inauguration: Kazhakoottam to Mukkola, 27 km, Rs 1,121 Crore.
Foundation Stone Laying:
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Sr. No
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Name of Project
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Length

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Total Project
Cost 
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1
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Six laning of Thalapady Km. 17.200 to Changala Km. 57.200 of NH-66 
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39
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1981.07
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2.
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Six laning of Changala Km. 57.200 to Neleshwaram Km. 95.650 of NH-66 
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37.27
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1746.45
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3.
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Six laning of Neleshwaram town to Thalipparamba Km 96.450 to Km. 137.900 NH-66 
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40.11
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3041.65
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4.
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Six laning of Thalipparamba to Muzhapilangad Km 137.900 to Km. 170.600 NH-66 
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29.95
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2714.6
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5.
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Six laning of Paloli Palam and Moodadi Bridge & allied works NH-66 
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2.1
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|
210.21
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|
6.
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Six laning of Kozhikode Bypass km.230.400 to km 258.800 NH-66 
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28.4
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|
1853.42
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|
7.
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Construction of High Level Bridge over Cheruthoni River at km 32/500 on NH-185
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0.30
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|
23.83
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|
TOTAL
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177 Km.
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Rs. 11,571 Cr.